Description
A recipe for making soft, fluffy breadsticks coated in a rich garlic butter glaze, similar to popular restaurant versions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for greasing
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix the dough: Add the flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Lightly oil a clean bowl. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the breadsticks: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Punch down the risen dough gently. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a stick about 8 to 10 inches long. Place the sticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between them.
- Second rise: Cover the shaped breadsticks loosely and let them rest for 15 minutes while the oven finishes preheating.
- Bake: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the breadsticks are lightly golden brown.
- Prepare the glaze: While the breadsticks bake, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, and dried parsley in a small bowl.
- Glaze and serve: Immediately after removing the breadsticks from the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if using. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra soft breadsticks, ensure your water temperature is correct for activating the yeast. Too hot will kill the yeast.
- If you prefer a crispier exterior, bake them for a few minutes longer until they achieve a deeper golden color.
- Serve these breadsticks with marinara sauce or Alfredo sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 15